Freight (Cargo) – Page 7

‘It’s All Happening Again.’ The Supply Chain Is Under Strain.

As Houthi rebels intensify strikes on vessels headed for the Suez Canal, global shipping prices are soaring, raising fears of product shortages and delays.

By Peter S. Goodman

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China’s Lust for Durian Is Creating Fortunes in Southeast Asia

Demand for the fruit, known for its rich taste and intense smell, has reshaped parts of Southeast Asia, where it has long been a staple.

By Thomas Fuller and Gabriela Bhaskar

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The Floating Traffic Jam That Freaked Us All Out

The coronavirus pandemic schooled the world in the essential role of global supply chains. Have we learned anything from it?

By Peter S. Goodman

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Norfolk Southern to Pay $310 Million Settlement Over Ohio Train Derailment

The railroad company reached an agreement with the federal government to settle claims and costs from the 2023 derailment of a train carrying hazardous materials in the Ohio town.

By Peter Eavis

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